2007 Lexus IS250 cruise control

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4
5
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Multi-information display ............ 118
2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers .................... 122
Headlight switch ............................ 122
Fog light switch .............................. 125
Windshield wipers and
washer............................................. 126
Headlight cleaner switch .......... 129
2-4. Using other driving
systems ...................................... 130
Cruise control ................................ 130
Dynamic radar cruise
control............................................. 133
Lexus parking assist-sensor...... 142
Driving assist systems.................. 148
PCS (Pre-Collision
System)........................................... 154
2-5. Driving information ................... 157
Cargo and luggage ...................... 157
Vehicle load limits ......................... 160
Winter driving tips .......................... 161
Trailer towing .................................. 165
Dinghy towing
(vehicles with an automatic
transmission) ................................ 166
Dinghy towing
(vehicles with a manual
transmission) ................................ 1673-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger .............. 170
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................................. 170
Rear window and outside rear
view mirror defoggers ............. 178
3-2. Using the audio system............. 179
Audio system type ........................ 179
Using the radio............................... 182
Using the CD player.................... 189
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs................................... 195
Optimal use of the audio
system ............................................ 203
Using the AUX adapter............ 206
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ............................ 207
3-3. Using the interior lights .......... 209
Interior lights list............................ 209
• Interior lights and
personal lights ............................... 211
3-4. Using the storage features..... 213
List of storage features ............... 213
• Glove box ..................................... 213
• Console boxes ............................ 214
• Overhead console .................... 215
• Cup holders.................................. 216
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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
With navigation system Without navigation system
Telephone switch*1
Cruise control switch P. 130, 133
Distance switch 
P. 133
DISP switch P. 119
Speech command switch*1
DISP switch P. 119
Distance switch 
P. 133
Cruise control switch P. 130, 133
Automatic transmission Manual transmission
VSC OFF
switch
 P. 150
ECT switch P. 102
VSC OFF
switch
 P. 150
ETCS switch P. 105
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For your information
Main Owners Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, includ-
ing options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed
on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. How-
ever, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the
right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ from
your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are
currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant
these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement,
or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your
Lexus vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification
with non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability,
and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or perfor-
mance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under war-
ranty.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport
fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake system, SRS airbag sys-
tem and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for
precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

When driving2
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2-1. Driving procedures ................. 90
Driving the vehicle ....................... 90
Starting the engine ...................... 98
Automatic Transmission ........... 101
Manual Transmission ................ 105
Turn signal lever .......................... 107
Parking brake ............................... 108
2-2. Instrument cluster................... 109
Gauges and meters .................. 109
Indicators and warning
lights................................................ 115
Multi-information display ......... 118
2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers ................. 122
Headlight switch ......................... 122
Fog light switch............................ 125
Windshield wipers and
washer.......................................... 126
Headlight cleaner switch ........ 1292-4. Using other driving
systems .................................... 130
Cruise control ............................. 130
Dynamic radar cruise
control ......................................... 133
Lexus parking
assist-sensor............................... 142
Driving assist systems............... 148
PCS (Pre-Collision
System)........................................ 154
2-5. Driving information................ 157
Cargo and luggage.................... 157
Vehicle load limits ...................... 160
Winter driving tips ....................... 161
Trailer towing................................ 165
Dinghy towing
(vehicles with an
automatic transmission) ....... 166
Dinghy towing
(vehicles with a manual
transmission) .............................. 167

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2-1. Driving procedures
■Gear position display when driving in S mode
The current gear is displayed on the multi-information display. (P. 1 2 1 )
■Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer (in the S mode)
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even
when the shift lever or shift paddle switch is operated. (The warning buzzer will
sound twice.)
■When driving with the cruise control system or dynamic radar cruise control sys-
tem
The engine brake will not operate in the S mode, even when downshifting to 5 or 4.
(P. 130, 133)
■SNOW mode automatic deactivation
SNOW mode is automatically deactivated if the engine switch is turned off after
driving in SNOW mode.
■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
P. 3 6 7
■If the indicator does not come on even after shifting the shift lever to S
This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
(In this situation, the vehicle will operate as if the shift lever is in D.)
■AI-SHIFT
The AI-SHIFT automatically shifts the gear to the optimal position according to the
driver performance and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position. (Shift-
ing the shift lever to the S position cancels the function.)

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2-2. Instrument cluster
■Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehi-
cle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator
(P. 1 0 7 )
(vehicles with
an automatic
transmission)
ECT SNOW indicator
(P. 1 0 2 )
Headlight high beam indi-
cator (P. 122)
(vehicles with
a manual
transmission)
ETCS SNOW indicator
(P. 1 0 5 )
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
(P. 122)
(vehicles with
an automatic
transmission)
ECT PWR indicator
(P. 1 0 2 )
(CANADA)
Tail light indicator
(P. 122) Cruise control indicator
(P. 1 3 0 )
Front fog light indicator
(P. 1 2 5 )
(if equipped)
AFS OFF indicator light
(P. 1 2 3 )
(vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission)
Shift position and shift range indica-
tors (
P. 1 0 1)
(if equipped)
Lexus parking assist-sen-
sor indicator (P. 1 4 2 )
Slip indicator (P. 1 4 9 )
VSC OFF indicator
(P. 1 5 0 )
SRS airbag on-off indica-
tor (P. 7 2 )
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2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control (if equipped)
Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without using the accelera-
tor.
■Set the vehicle speed
Turn the ON-OFF button ON.
Push the button once more to
deactivate the cruise control.
Accelerate or decelerate to the
desired speed and press the
lever down to set the cruise
control speed.
■Adjusting the speed setting
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Hold the lever until the desired
speed setting is obtained.
Fine adjustment of the set speed
(approximately 1.6 km/h [1.0
mph]) can be made by lightly
pressing the lever up or down
and releasing it.
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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
■Cruise control can be set when
●The shift lever is in the D or 4,5, or 6 range of S. (vehicles with an automatic
transmission)
●Vehicle speed is between approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) and 125 mph
(200 km/h).
■Accelerating
The vehicle can be accelerated normally.
■Automatic cruise control cancellation
The set speed is automatically cancelled in any of the following situations.
●Actual vehicle speed falls more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below the preset vehicle
speed
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
●Actual vehicle speed is below 25 mph (40km/h)
●VSC is activated
■Canceling and resuming regular acceleration
Cancel
Push the lever towards you to
cancel cruise control.
The speed setting is also can-
celed when the brakes are
applied or the clutch (manual
transmission) is depressed.
Resume
To resume cruise control and
return to the set speed, push the
lever up.